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Gaëlle Zwicky
With a bachelor's degree in geography and a master's degree in international development studies, Gaëlle has had the opportunity to critically examine the different approaches and collective solutions to the current challenges of globalization.
Employé, Conférencier ou Membre honoraire - 23 July 2019 - Tag : Family farmers network, Food
Organic summer baskets delivered near you: There’s still time to sign up!
Organic summer baskets delivered near you: There’s still time to sign up! There is still time to register for your organic baskets from the Family Farmers Network, which was put in place almost 25 years ago by Équiterre! And when you register, you will have a chance to win one of several prizes being offered in the My Farmer, My Planet contest!
Actualité - 16 May 2019 - Tag : Family farmers network, Organic baskets
Sign up for your summer organic baskets – to help our planet!
You’re already well aware that getting organic baskets from the Family Farmers Network is good for your health and good for the local economy. But have you realized to what extent choosing to subscribe for organic basket has a positive impact on the environment? Discover how our family farmers’ agricultural practices and the short distribution circuit contribute to...
Actualité - 14 March 2019 - Tag : Family farmers network, Organic baskets
Local organic food makes its debut at CHU Sainte-Justine : Eating healthy food and supporting Quebec’s family farmers
Local organic food makes its debut at CHU Sainte-Justine Eating healthy food and supporting Quebec’s family farmers
Communiqué - 5 October 2018 - Tag : CHU Sainte-Justine, Family farmers network, Local food, Local food procurement, Organic baskets, Organic farm, Sustainable cafeterias
Contest
CONTEST: Eat local and organic all winter long! Our contest is OVER! Thank you for your participation. Yes, it is possible to eat local and organic all winter long with organic baskets from the Family Farmers Network!
Solution - 2 October 2018 - Tag : Contest, Family farmers network
Family Farmers: The Next Generation
Pioneers of the organic basket program, established nearly twenty-five years ago, Équiterre’s family farmers are a shining example for new farmers. For the past three years, about twenty new organic farms have joined the network every year. Most of these farms are run by young farmers, who often start off by renting some land to grow their organic vegetables. As part of...
Actualité - 12 June 2018 - Tag : family farmers network, Family farmers network
Organic Baskets Subscriptions: Prizes for Early Birds!
Pssst! Local organic food lovers, if you sign up for a summer basket by April 15, you’ll have a chance to win exciting prizes!
Actualité - 15 March 2018 - Tag : Contest, Family farmers network, Local agriculture, Organic agriculture, Organic baskets, Responsible consumption
Équiterre and the Family Farmers Network in India!
Blog Post by Karen Ross, Ph.D. Project Manager - Pesticides and Toxic Substances
Actualité - 28 November 2017 - Tag : family farmers network, Family farmers network
Winter Baskets
  Équiterre’s family farmer network is the only one that offers local organic winter veggie baskets certified by Québec Vrai or Ecocert Canada. Sign up for an organic basket by October 23, 2017, for a chance to win a 20% discount on your subscription.
Fiche informative - 28 September 2017 - Tag : Family farmers network, Winter basket
Meet the generous farmers from la JoualVert Farm
On Sunday, July 24, La JoualVert Farm opened its doors to other Équiterre family farmers and about 30 people hoping to become one. Owners Andrès Rousseau and Stéphanie Leclerc explained the process of starting an organic farm and their bio-intensive approach. The visitors were also shown the wide range of jobs that can be done with a BCS two-wheeled tractor.
Actualité - 10 August 2017 - Tag : family farmers network, Family farmers network